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18/02/2019
Tánaiste To Meet EU Chief Negotiator
Tánaiste Simon Coveney is set to meet Michel Barnier, the EU's chief negotiator, today, 18 February, in Brussels.
The officials are expected to discuss the situation at Westminster, as the UK government pursues legal changes to the withdrawal agreement.
Also headed to Brussels today is Stephen Barclay, the UK's Brexit secretary.
Speaking ahead of the delegation, Mr Coveney said he plans to address "the further reassurances that can be given to Britain".
He continued: "Brexit is a British decision driven by Britain's red lines. The withdrawal agreement represents compromise on both sides after a detailed negotiation.
"Unfortunately it appears a small caucus of MPs representing a minority in Westminster are willing to cause a 'no deal' Brexit. This must be prevented by those with the power to do so."
(JG/CM)
The officials are expected to discuss the situation at Westminster, as the UK government pursues legal changes to the withdrawal agreement.
Also headed to Brussels today is Stephen Barclay, the UK's Brexit secretary.
Speaking ahead of the delegation, Mr Coveney said he plans to address "the further reassurances that can be given to Britain".
He continued: "Brexit is a British decision driven by Britain's red lines. The withdrawal agreement represents compromise on both sides after a detailed negotiation.
"Unfortunately it appears a small caucus of MPs representing a minority in Westminster are willing to cause a 'no deal' Brexit. This must be prevented by those with the power to do so."
(JG/CM)
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